Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
6AA09C
RGB
106, 160, 156
HSL
176, 22%, 52%
HSB
176, 34%, 63%
CMYK
34, 0, 2, 37
LAB
62, -19, -4
LCH
62, 20, 191
OKLCH
0.67, 0.06, 190
XYZ
25, 31, 36
LUV
62, -26, -2
HWB
176, 42%, 37%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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